Do you find it offensive when individuals fly the American flag upside down in political protest?

SFC Jim Mergott — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:17:23 -0500

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2016 8:20 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:20:23 -0500

I'm looking to come help them out...if I'm not mistaken that symbolizes that they're in dire distress

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2016 8:22 PM

Capt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:22:25 -0500

Not good to cry wolf when there is no immediate danger.

Response by SFC Thomas Twigg made Feb 14 at 2016 8:24 PM

SFC Thomas Twigg — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:24:44 -0500

I do not find it offensive to see the American flag flying upside down in a political protest. This has been done for many years in protest, not to the country in general, but to the politicians that have continue to disappoint (being nice here) the American people. In a political protest, it represents that the country needs help. I find it more offensive to see ANY American burning or stepping on the American flag. Very disgraceful. But what can you expect from people like that. Very good question, I'll be interested to see what others say.

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Feb 14 at 2016 8:31 PM

CAPT Kevin B. — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:31:02 -0500

Talked to some of them and left with feelings that range from disappointment to "you can't argue with an idiot". We MILs look at it through our lenses. Others have a different lens. The Constitution, laws, courts, etc. say it's OK but we are not required to like it. Just like some of the stuff they call music; now I'm dating myself.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Feb 14 at 2016 8:49 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:49:40 -0500

There is only one way to fly it and that it the right way.

Response by SGT Jerrold Pesz made Feb 14 at 2016 8:58 PM

SGT Jerrold Pesz — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:58:42 -0500

They have the right to do it and I have the right not to like it.

Response by SGT(P) Eric L. made Feb 14 at 2016 9:21 PM

SGT(P) Eric L. — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 21:21:40 -0500

I find it disrespectful when people do anything negative with the American Flag: wearing it in a photo shoot to try and look sexy, fly in bad weather, dropping on the ground. ...it's one of my pet peeves

Response by SN Greg Wright made Feb 14 at 2016 9:33 PM

SN Greg Wright — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 21:33:15 -0500

Any disrespect to the flag bothers me. Keep in mind however that there are legitimate times to fly it upside down (when you're in distress, for example.)

Response by SGT Philip Roncari made Feb 14 at 2016 10:55 PM

SGT Philip Roncari — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 22:55:23 -0500

I find it offensive ....but I live in a country that elects John Kerry Secretary of State and Jane Fonda woman of the year,just saying

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2016 11:26 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 23:26:40 -0500

Every American has a right to hang old glory in that way. But when they misuse for no oher reason other than to join the crowd, then it's wrong. Americans want to protest, know how to protest and the meaning behind the symbols you're using.
Knowledge is power and they look ignorant like those college kid Sanders supporters that had no idea what socialism is lol. It's embarrassing and infuriating.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2016 11:32 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 23:32:31 -0500

Offensive, no. Disrespectful, yes. Not any more than people calling 911 because McD's gets their order wrong or because they didn't have something to eat or any of the bs reasons you always hear about. I can contort my mind to understand their "logic", but I will never be able to say that I agree with it. However, as other have pointed out, it is their right to do so. Similar to the fact that I want to be left alone about my choice to own/carry firearms....I will leave them alone to protest/demonstrate in their chosen manner. You'll never agree with everyone's thoughts/actions. You do need to at least give them a nod for attempting to do something to affect change when they see that it is needed. The inaction that has become normal in this cesspool of citizenry is absolutely appalling.

Response by Capt Mark Strobl made Feb 14 at 2016 11:39 PM

Capt Mark Strobl — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 23:39:33 -0500

Do I find it offensive? No. But, it does attract attention --and that's exactly what the upside-down flag is supposed to do. So, if it does offends you, well, they got their message across. All I would say is: Be careful how hard you want to bite on that hook.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2016 11:44 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 23:44:50 -0500

I am glad that I can ignore idiots, and there are a lot of them.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2016 2:59 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 02:59:45 -0500

It is my understanding that the American Flag when flown upside down is a sign of distress. If the people that are flying the flag upside down are not in distress, then I consider it to be disrespectful. It doesn't matter their political view, they are disrespecting the flag. IMHO!

Response by SSG Donald Mceuen made Feb 15 at 2016 8:41 AM

SSG Donald Mceuen — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 08:41:51 -0500

I have a buddy that did this and when i talked with him he fixed it.

Response by SFC Adam Potter made Feb 15 at 2016 10:40 AM

SFC Adam Potter — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 10:40:35 -0500

I have better things to do than worry about what other people do with their First Amendment rights.

Response by CW3 Kevin Storm made Feb 15 at 2016 11:28 AM

CW3 Kevin Storm — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 11:28:43 -0500

It is their right to do so.

Response by CW4 Pablo Alcaraz made Feb 15 at 2016 3:54 PM

CW4 Pablo Alcaraz — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 15:54:35 -0500

If folks want to protest and use the American flag, I would much rather that they fly it upside down as opposed to burning it or defacing it; even though it is within their free speech to do so.

Response by SFC James (JD) Flemal made Feb 15 at 2016 9:58 PM

SFC James (JD) Flemal — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 21:58:26 -0500

I have issues with Disrespect of the Flag period.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 8:07 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 08:07:19 -0500

That is a great question, to do that in a protest they are using their freedom of speech, symbolizing that either they are in distress or the idea behind their protest is in distress. I would probably have unpleasant words for said demonstration but I would definitely be a lot more tolerant of that than the that was going around with people stepping on the flag.

Response by SPC David Hannaman made Feb 16 at 2016 8:08 AM

SPC David Hannaman — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 08:08:39 -0500

I don't. Flying the flag upside down means distress.

There are a lot of us with diverse political beliefs that can agree that the country is in distress.

Much better than burning or standing on it.

Response by SSG John M Jacobson Sr made Feb 16 at 2016 9:24 AM

SSG John M Jacobson Sr — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 09:24:57 -0500

It is hard to respond when you read all the comments. But yes it does mean distress and when flown in this manner for any other reason is a disgrace to themselves and this country. Hang tight to your pride Sarge, you are not alone in your way of thinking.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 11:36 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 11:36:30 -0500

As offensive as we see this, it has been upheld in the Supreme Court as a freedom granted under free speech. Hate speech, offensive speech and speech we don't agree with is all covered. Yes I will most likely beat the crap out of a flag burner, but that's because I hate liberal bleeding heart hippies.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 12:11 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 12:11:41 -0500

Flying the flag upside down when they are not in distress is disrespectful, but it is the right of those individuals to do so. Our role is to defend every citizen from enemies foreign and domestic. It is not our role to question how those idiots exercise their rights to free speech given to them by our constitution.

Response by AN Joe Little made Feb 16 at 2016 12:27 PM

AN Joe Little — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 12:27:58 -0500

Yes, I do find it offensive, but that is the point. Offending is a cheap and easy way to draw attention for a cause.

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 2:03 PM

CPO Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:03:29 -0500

THE UNITED STATES FLAG CODE
Title 4, Chapter 1

§ 8(a)The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property.
I feel if these individuals feel this strongly , that they are in distress. Who are we to question that. I for one perform my duties in defense of the Constitution, which as of today still grants freedom of speech and assembly. God bless America.

Response by MAJ Hoyt Cruze made Feb 16 at 2016 2:09 PM

MAJ Hoyt Cruze — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:09:38 -0500

Yes, I find it offensive when the American flag is flown upside down in political protest. However, Americans are allowed to this according to the First Amendment of the Constitution. The sad thing is these people don't realize how much people, who have served for this country, have sacrificed to give them the right to desecrate the Flag.

Response by Cpl Daniel Bilbrautluyando made Feb 16 at 2016 2:49 PM

Cpl Daniel Bilbrautluyando — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:49:15 -0500

It is a distress call. If done in protest, to call attention to the crisis in America, then I feel it is acceptable. With free speech and all, I think it is a much better way to communicate this than desecrating the flag.

Response by A1C Melissa Jackson made Feb 16 at 2016 2:52 PM

A1C Melissa Jackson — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:52:06 -0500

I am offended when the flag is flown upside down, stepped on, soiled, or burned in some attempt to protest. It irritates me personally.

HOWEVER. I served for the freedoms we have to speech and protest. I don't have to like what someone says, but I will die for their right to say it.

In response to Sfc. Williams Reynolds- I know exactly what you mean. Many years ago I noticed the flag flying upside down at a tiny rural post office. I stopped and ran right in. I asked the lady at the desk if everything was OK. She said (in an exasperated tone) "yeah. People have been asking me that all day"
I told her that the flag outside was upside down. She rolled her eyes and said she KNEW that. I told her if she is not in distress and in need of help then she needed to get right outside and put it right, as this was a federal facility. She said that it was near to closing, and she would take it down then. That pissed me off pretty good, so I got on the telephone and called the postmaster of the entire state of Arkansas. He, too, was a veteran and appalled at her attitude. He said it would be fixed immediately. I stood outside and watched. She was out there in TWO minutes and removed the flag from the pole. I got a dirty look courtesy of her, but with her previous attitude I did not care a scrap. Simply unacceptable.

Response by LTC Charles T Dalbec made Feb 16 at 2016 3:21 PM

LTC Charles T Dalbec — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 15:21:08 -0500

Yes they are certainly it Veteras

Response by SFC Ted Agens made Feb 16 at 2016 3:45 PM

SFC Ted Agens — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 15:45:37 -0500

Those we have been deployed to defeat would/did suppress this type of "demonstration" by their ppl. often with force and or imprisonment. I am proud that my service played a small part in helping Americans keep their rights--no matter how their views differ from mine.

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 4:05 PM

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 16:05:54 -0500

I want to know WHY it's being flown upside down. I'll pass judgment then. What I do have a problem with is when someone burns the flag, or worse yet, walks all over it to make a point.

Response by LTC Thomas Rumsey made Feb 16 at 2016 4:11 PM

LTC Thomas Rumsey — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 16:11:00 -0500

Not really, it's up to them, they are Americans too. I can always turn around and find an Irish Pub the other direction. My kids know what the flag means and respect it, that's my role...if others feel the need to protest then that's up to them, I have to respect their rights as much as I was them to respect mine.

Response by SGT Philip Roncari made Feb 16 at 2016 4:25 PM

SGT Philip Roncari — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 16:25:59 -0500

Yes!

Response by SSG John Jensen made Feb 16 at 2016 6:19 PM

SSG John Jensen — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 18:19:39 -0500

No, they are making a statement that the Nation is in distress, ask them why they are protesting, you might want to join them.

Response by SPC Byron Skinner made Feb 16 at 2016 6:32 PM

SPC Byron Skinner — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 18:32:25 -0500

Sp4 Byron Skinner. Flying the national up/side down is an international maritime distress signal. The courts have ruled on this and until Congress can come up with a law that passes Constitutional muster, that the way it is. Personally I find the use of flags in demonstrations no different then the flags use by the major political parties, and using it to support the "lets Make American Great Again", America is already great and it wasn't made that way by somebody who's total military experience is spending four years in a private reform school that had military patina. It was make great by men and women like you who are on this web site, who are the less the one half of one percent who step up and will put their bodies between those who want to do the US harm and the country we love.

Response by SSG Richard Stevens made Feb 16 at 2016 6:53 PM

SSG Richard Stevens — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 18:53:12 -0500

Yes it disrespectful, and it means distress.

Response by CPT Tamara Brewer made Feb 16 at 2016 8:59 PM

CPT Tamara Brewer — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 20:59:21 -0500

You should respond by running up to them with your platoon and extracting them from the situation since they must be in distress. Maybe they will think twice before displaying the flag that way again.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 9:11 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 21:11:40 -0500

Although I find it offensive to disrespect the flag of the United States, I am glad that I live in a country where a person can protest their national government without worry of government retribution. I first enlisted when the Cold War was still a reality. I saw the Soviet Union as a real threat to what I, as an American, believed in. There was no freedom to commit an offensive act with the Soviet flag.
The real issue is that parents and the school systems no longer teach or instill civic pride or teach civics.

Response by MSgt Alvin A. made Feb 16 at 2016 10:42 PM

MSgt Alvin A. — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 22:42:58 -0500

I find it more offensive that Americans voted for an absolute FRAUD as POTUS; no documentation is REAL or Genuine, and all of his LIFE STORY is locked down... and it is just a story. Our Nation is under duress. We shouldn't just be flying the US Flag upside down... we also should be throwing rocks just like the Palestinians.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 10:44 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 22:44:36 -0500

No they have the right to fly it anyway they choose it's a sign of protest. When people were defacing it on tv during the riots did it bother me? no it didn't it's a sign of protest the same rights we all fight for.

Response by SPC Geoffrey Smith made Feb 16 at 2016 11:55 PM

SPC Geoffrey Smith — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 23:55:47 -0500

I can see how some would, and I find it distasteful. It's original intent is to show a state of distress. Communicating that is fine. Defiling the flag is different.

Response by SSG Larry Penn made Feb 17 at 2016 2:03 AM

SSG Larry Penn — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 02:03:03 -0500

I do find flying the flag upside down very offensive. Protest or not, there should be limits on what the freedom of speech entails when it comes to dishonoring our national flag. If anyone doesn't like America and brings dishonor to our flag, there are many countries available for them to go to and become citizens there. Just my thoughts on the question. This is a good question, especially for all veterans, active duty, reserve etc..... God bless.

Response by CPL David Zeigler made Feb 17 at 2016 7:33 AM

CPL David Zeigler — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 07:33:07 -0500

Folks can find all manner of ways to protest. I agree this is much better than burning or defacing the flag in other ways. End of the day we all served to protect everyone's right to protest whether you or I agree with their views. As one of my Drill Sgt. basic once stated "The misinformed and ignorant shall remain so until they decide to remove their head from their 4th point of contact"

Response by SSG Martin Reyna made Feb 17 at 2016 7:36 AM

SSG Martin Reyna — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 07:36:16 -0500

The answer is yes and no...I get upset because I know what they are trying to say. But we as service members and veterans gave an oath to protect there right to do so. Also, the flag upside down really means that they are in serious distress or danger.

Response by SPC Rob Robinson made Feb 17 at 2016 2:47 PM

SPC Rob Robinson — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 14:47:00 -0500

Yes, it is offensive and, for me, puts those who misuse this symbolic "state of distress" signal, for their own self-interest, into the same bin as we see exhibited by violent opposition to the US that we see on TV burning the flag. The funniest one of those I saw was the guy in center of the group who scorched his own ass trying to light the flag on fire. There is a God and he is a grunt.

When I returned to college after earning a CIB, I was walking out of a library at lunchtime and saw a younger couple spreading an American Flag to use as a picnic blanket for their lunch break. They were seated on it when I approached. I asked them to get up for a moment, and they did. I retrieved the flag and stuffed it under my arm. I brought it to campus security and said it was being misused on the lawn in front of the library, and walked out.

I do not know what came over me. I did not think I had that in me. But I could not stand the thought of these kids putting their asses on that flag.

All that said, I believe in the First Amendment and would fight for your right to say whatever you want to say.

While at Presidio of San Francisco, 6thArmy HQ, in 1969, the Summer of Love, 13 MPs were hospitalized with acid burns received from the acid thrown by one or some of the "peace marchers" trying to trespass on Federal Property.

I believe the people had a right to march in protest of the war, but they should be prosecuted for assault, battery and attempted murder for throwing the acid. It melted off their Class A uniforms and web belts right down to their boot tops. It was the only time I felt sorry for an MP.

We may have bad times, but never bad taste.

Response by 1LT William Clardy made Feb 17 at 2016 4:18 PM

1LT William Clardy — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 16:18:35 -0500

Nah -- I've got plenty of more urgent problems than getting my big-boy panties all in a twist because somebody can't think of any better way to tell folks that we've got trouble right here in River City... Trouble, trouble, trouble, with a capital T...

Response by CPT Pedro Meza made Feb 17 at 2016 5:13 PM

CPT Pedro Meza — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 17:13:21 -0500

No, I respect the US Constitution First Amendment Freedom of Speech, for me to deny another American his/her First Amendment is to make me an entitled bastard.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 17 at 2016 7:44 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 19:44:33 -0500

Who cares. It is their right to do so.

Response by Cpl Dale Harvey made Feb 18 at 2016 2:29 AM

Cpl Dale Harvey — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 02:29:36 -0500

I am offended cause civilians don't understand what we sacrifice to give them the rights they have to insult our country like they do

Response by MSG Mark Million made Feb 18 at 2016 1:13 PM

MSG Mark Million — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 13:13:32 -0500

I do find this somewhat offensive, however I would defend the right of those individuals to do so on the basis that if the right to do such things were taken away, what rights might we have left when we find an issue we feel is worth fighting for. If we outlaw everything we find offensive in a society that today is so easily offended by almost everything, will we ourselves have any rights to protest matters that we feel are an injustice to us personally?

Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 18 at 2016 1:26 PM

Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 13:26:08 -0500

I'm more aggravated by businesses that use the flag as a form of attention getting advertisement to circumvent local sign zoning ordinances (think those massive flags in front of Perkins and lots of car dealerships) and then let the flags get dirty, torn and ragged.

Response by PFC Tuan Trang made Feb 18 at 2016 2:36 PM

PFC Tuan Trang — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 14:36:25 -0500

I would find that offensive, but there nothing we can do about it.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 18 at 2016 2:59 PM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 14:59:22 -0500

There's no form of flag-based protest that offends me, because it's just a piece of dyed cloth. It serves as a banner to identify Americans, but other than being our international name tape, I don't put any significance in it.

Response by COL Ted Mc made Feb 18 at 2016 3:25 PM

COL Ted Mc — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 15:25:20 -0500

SFC Jim Mergott - Sergeant; Why not simply call 911 because they are signalling that they are in distress. (I think that you can lump "aggravated ignorance" in with "distress" for operational purposes.)

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 18 at 2016 5:24 PM

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 17:24:07 -0500

yes! it's not a political protest. it's disrespect. sure our country is in need of changes but we are not in the need of flying our flag upside down. it's just as bad as someone burning it or throwing it on the ground and walking on it.

Response by PV2 Scott Goodpasture made Feb 19 at 2016 12:36 PM

PV2 Scott Goodpasture — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 12:36:02 -0500

It means distress and who can argue?

Response by SSgt Robert Kitchens made Feb 19 at 2016 9:45 PM

SSgt Robert Kitchens — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 21:45:33 -0500

A number of years ago I would have responded yes I would find it offensive. However, now it seems it's ok according to the SC to burn our flag so as far as I'm concerned people who are flying it upside down (in distress) have that right as well. Alot of these people are doing so because they see our great nation IS in distress and I find myself agreeing with them more and more. We seem to have lost our way, in my opinion. To try and be clear, it's not that I "like" it but I do understand the feeling and sentiment.

Response by SPC Donald Wright made Feb 20 at 2016 10:17 AM

SPC Donald Wright — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 10:17:42 -0500

When you don't have the freedom to fly this great flag in front of your home (rented or owned) for fear of being sued for "offending" someone, this nation is in distress. There is so much wrong in this country now! Our constitution has no strength and our rights are being trampled. I'm not offended by people flying the flag upside down. I'm offended by the traitors who occupy our government.

Response by SSG Rockslyde1776 . made Feb 21 at 2016 1:38 PM

SSG Rockslyde1776 . — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 13:38:05 -0500

Do you know the answer?

Response by SSG Rockslyde1776 . made Feb 21 at 2016 1:56 PM

SSG Rockslyde1776 . — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 13:56:43 -0500

I'm not offended at all. The reason for many to fly the flag upside-down has less to do with politics and more to do with systemic-institutionalized Left-Right in-government corruption and the continued degradation of the Constitution and Bill of Rights. People who burn, stomp, defecate and or urinate on our flag are making anti-American political statements, and these "domestic enemies" such as Bill Ayers and the followers of Sal Alinsky author of, "Rules for Radicals" offend me beyond description.

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2016 12:41 PM

CW4 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 12:41:46 -0500

Flying the flag upside down is not disrespectful and described in protocol on how to fly the flag. Two thoughts: 1. It's freedom of speech IAW protocol and, 2. It's not being treated in a way some of the turds around the country treat it (walking on it, burning it, etc).

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2016 11:50 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 23:50:04 -0500

No, I don't. This is a free country and people can do whatever thry want, and it is for service members to protect their right to do so. I do, however, find it unfortunate, and often wonder what are motivating factors behind flag burning, and upside down flag hanging. Perhaps they are unhappy with how the country is being managed. Perhaps they think we are going in the wrong direction etc... This helps me remain positive about my contributions to the military because i'll momentarily examine said situation, for give them, forgive myself, and let it go, so these actions do not occupy too much space in my brain or use up brain power i require to do my job.

Response by SFC Samuel Graham made Feb 24 at 2016 12:12 AM

SFC Samuel Graham — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:12:04 -0500

Any alterations to our flag gets me fired up immediately.

Response by SFC Tim Drye made Feb 25 at 2016 12:05 PM

SFC Tim Drye — Thu, 25 Feb 2016 12:05:44 -0500

There is a very specific reason the flag is flown upside-down. If for a protest, figure out a different way to express yourself

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 25 at 2016 11:18 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 25 Feb 2016 23:18:41 -0500

No not at all it's their right to protest.

Response by SFC Sheila Slavens made Feb 29 at 2016 11:46 AM

SFC Sheila Slavens — Mon, 29 Feb 2016 11:46:11 -0500

Yes

Response by SFC Christopher Taggart made Feb 22 at 2018 1:44 PM

SFC Christopher Taggart — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 13:44:41 -0500

Yes!...and I feel the "smack-in-the-face" every time I see this.

Response by SPC David Willis made Feb 22 at 2018 1:50 PM

SPC David Willis — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 13:50:34 -0500

No, I just ignore it. Some vets say things like "snowflake this and snowflake that" yet the moment fabric touches flame or someone yawns during the national anthem they fly off the rails in a hysterical fit about "you will respect my flag" like dude chill for a minute.

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Feb 22 at 2018 3:49 PM

SGM Bill Frazer — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 15:49:15 -0500

Yes

Response by SGT Stephen Rowland made Sep 17 at 2022 12:17 PM

SGT Stephen Rowland — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 12:17:33 -0400

The flag flown upside down is a sign of distress. It seems logical to to investigate and make sure no assistance is required. Making a judgment prematurely based on your interpretation, could leave a Marine or fellow countryman in the lurch.

Response by SSG Steve Knox made Dec 30 at 2022 12:45 PM

SSG Steve Knox — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 12:45:41 -0500

In my HONEST opinion, politics is the ONLY place to express this type of opposition to an idea. This environment is the only place to try and make lawful change. I have no problem with it.